How Often Should I Replace My Car Battery? Posted on June 14, 2019 Your Car Battery Keeps Your Car Alive One of the reasons that your vehicle operates during the cold or warm temperatures is because of your battery. It is always doing its job to allow you to drive. For many people, the battery and what it does are just taken for granted. They don’t realize its […]
What is an OBD Scanner? Posted on June 13, 2019 In today’s world, new technology is being introduced continuously. So it’s no wonder that today’s drivers are now able to take advantage of advances in OBD2 scanning technology previously only accessible by professional automotive mechanics with expensive diagnostic equipment. But not all OBD2 scanners are created equal. Read on for an in-depth analysis of this […]
Is My Vehicle OBD2 Compliant? Posted on June 12, 2019 If your vehicle was built in 1996 or later, it’s almost certainly OBDII-compliant. – “All cars and light trucks built and sold in the United States after January 1, 1994, were required to be OBD II equipped. In general, this means all 1996 model year vehicles and light trucks are compliant, even if it was […]
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Own a Car Posted on March 13, 2019 Car ownership is costly and inefficient. With the advent of self-driving cars and ride-sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft, car ownership as a model is in its twilight years. If the experts are to be believed, in the very near future people will not see the rationale to own a car if they are […]
How to Replace a Distributor Cap and Rotor Posted on December 7, 2018 In this short guide, we’ll help you understand how to locate, remove and replace the distributor cap in your vehicle. If you have any doubt as to your skills or the complexity of the task, always seek the advice of a professional mechanic. 1. Locate the distributor cap The distributor cap is located under the […]
How to Fix a Low Beam Headlight? Posted on November 28, 2018 A blown out or low beam bulb has several safety disadvantages. Firstly, you’ll find it difficult to see when driving at night. This has obvious safety ramifications for yourself, your family and other road users. Secondly, with low beam lights you’ll be forced to use high beam. Other drivers will find it difficult to see […]
How to Drive an Overheating Engine Posted on November 22, 2018 Only drive when the engine temperature is low. Avoid driving with an overheating engine. If you have to drive an overheated engine, only drive it after the engine cools down. If the overheating problem is not recurrent, the problem might have been caused by factors such as driving during a hot day, leaving the air-conditioning […]
11 Things to do When Your Car Engine Overheats Posted on November 20, 2018 A critical skill to possess as a licensed driver is knowing how to deal with an overheated engine. When you are able to fix simple engine issues, you’ll be able to get on the road quickly and prevent major mechanical problems in the future. You’ll also be more confident in knowing when to seek professional […]
What Happens When Car Engine Oil is Inadequate? Posted on November 13, 2018 An engine with clean oil and well-lubricated mechanical components performs more efficiently, than without. However, as the fluid gets used in various parts of the engine, it breaks down and becomes viscous and dirty. Once this happens, your car stops being as effective, and you will need to change the oil for it to return […]
Reasons Why Your Car Will Fail Uber Inspection Posted on October 24, 2018 That you don’t have to buy or lease a car to become an Uber driver is one of the company’s most significant selling points. Still, most Uber drivers want to own their vehicles because it is more profitable that way. The most unfortunate thing is to find out that your car is not acceptable to Uber. Even worse […]